1948 Bristol 401 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1948 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1948 Bristol 401 has manual transmission. 1948 Bristol 401 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 401 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Bristol | GMC |
| Model | 401 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 117 L |
